Cole Sands To Resume Throwing This Week

Minnesota Twins right-hander Cole Sands (shoulder) will resume throwing off a mound this week. Sands has been sidelined on the injured list since June 4 with a right-shoulder impingement, but he's beginning to make some progress towards a return to Minnesota's bullpen. Before being activated, he'll most likely need a short minor-league rehab assignment. The […]

Stephen Ridings Moves Rehab To Triple-A

New York Mets relief pitcher Stephen Ridings (lat) remains on the 60-day injured list, but he moved his minor-league rehab assignment from Single-A St. Lucie to Triple-A Syracuse on Sunday. In four outings (two starts) for St. Lucie and Syracuse so far on his rehab assignment, Ridings has allowed one run on two hits while […]

Brendan Rodgers Could Return In August

Colorado Rockies infielder Brendan Rodgers (shoulder), who had surgery to fix the labrum in his non-throwing shoulder in spring training, did some running drills on Saturday and will begin hitting softer practice balls in the batting cage when the team reaches Cincinnati to finish their current road trip. There was doubt that Rodgers could return […]

Charlie Blackmon Thinks He Can Return Sooner Than Expected

Colorado Rockies outfielder Charlie Blackmon (hand) landed on the 10-day injured list on June 11 after playing a week with a right-hand fracture, but he has felt better after treatment while using a bone stimulator. Blackmon has told manager Bud Black that he thinks he can return quicker than expected. Barring any setbacks once Blackmon […]

Dinelson Lamet Designated For Assignment By Rockies

The Colorado Rockies designated right-hander Dinelson Lamet for assignment on Saturday and recalled left-hander Gavin Hollowell from Triple-A Albuquerque in a corresponding move. Lamet gets cut after providing a horrendous 11.57 ERA, 2.34 WHIP and 22 walks in 25 2/3 innings over 16 appearances (four starts) for the Rockies this year. The Rockies were hoping […]

Red Sox Sign Kyle Barraclough To Minor-League Deal

The Boston Red Sox signed free-agent veteran right-hander Kyle Barraclough to a minor-league deal on Monday, according to a source. Barraclough will return to the big leagues after pitching in the Atlantic League for the High Point Rockers. He made only eight appearances out of the bullpen last year for the Los Angeles Angels, giving […]

Alejandro Kirk Dealing With Hand Contusion

Toronto Blue Jays catcher Alejandro Kirk (hand) had to leave Sunday's game against the Texas Rangers early with a left-hand laceration and contusion after he was hit by a pitch on his hand in his first plate appearance. X-Rays came back negative, according to the team. Fantasy managers should consider the 24-year-old backstop day-to-day for […]

All-In-One MLB DFS Staff Picks and Analysis for 6/19/23

All-In-One MLB DFS Staff Picks and Analysis for 6/19/23 All other Premium Tools can be accessed on the premium dashboard. It's a 7-game main slate tonight on both sites. There are some weather situations in both Cincy-Colorado and Houston-NY Mets so keep an eye on those games and make sure you get an update before […]

Andrew Kittredge To Face Hitters On Friday

Tampa Bay Rays relief pitcher Andrew Kittredge (elbow) is scheduled to face hitters during a live batting practice session on Friday. The right-hander has been sidelined all season while he recovers from Tommy John surgery. Kittredge underwent surgery last June, so in theory he should be fully recovered soon. The 33-year-old posted a 1.88 ERA […]

Brandon Lowe To Resume Baseball Activities On Friday

Tampa Bay Rays second baseman Brandon Lowe (back) is scheduled to resume baseball activities on Friday. He was shut down from baseball activities for 2-3 weeks earlier this month. Lowe continues to deal with lingering back pain that has hindered him over the last two seasons. The organization hasn't given a timetable on Lowe's return […]

Kris Bryant To Ramp Up Activities

Colorado Rockies outfielder Kris Bryant (heel) is expected to ramp up his baseball activities this week. Bryant was able to do some light running and play catch over the weekend. He continues to work his way back from a right heel contusion. The organization hasn't given a timetable for his return. The expectation is that […]

Free MLB Player Props - Today's Prop Betting Picks for Hitters and Pitchers (06/19/23)

We have a 10-game MLB schedule going down this Monday evening, meaning it's officially time to get our week started on the right note! Attention fellow sports bettors! We have some exciting news to share as we are now officially partnered with various sportsbooks and have some sweet sports betting promo offers! Get your deposit […]

Fantasy Baseball Starting Pitcher Waiver Wire Pickups Week 13

Welcome back RotoBallers to our starting pitcher fantasy baseball waiver wire pickups recommendations for Week 13 of the fantasy baseball season (June 19 - June 26). My name is Nick Shlain, and it's week two of me filling in for Jon Anderson on this article. With just three weeks until the MLB All-Star break, the […]

Free MLB Betting Picks - Today's Best Bets, Expert Predictions, Odds (6/19/23)

Happy Monday, RotoBallers! As a washed baseball player myself, it's simply not enough to get my fix in a men's league, so here I am betting on the pros from my couch. I'm stoked to be back to provide some MLB picks again this year. We had a rough regular season in the articles in […]

DraftKings, FanDuel Daily Fantasy Baseball Picks (6/19/23): Today's Top MLB DFS Lineups

What a weekend filled with some genuinely fantastic baseball. I have been glued to college baseball all weekend, so stepping back and getting back into some MLB content is excellent. Believe it or not, we are less than a month away from the All-Star break. This season seems to be flying by. We have a […]

Brewers vs. Diamondbacks Betting Picks - Today's Free MLB Best Bets, Odds, Predictions (6/19)

Welcome RotoBallers to our betting picks for the Arizona Diamondbacks vs. Milwaukee Brewers, another article in our daily series of free MLB betting picks for every game on the schedule. This free MLB betting breakdown article is for Monday, June 19th 2023. Attention fellow sports bettors! We have some exciting news to share as we are now […]

Tigers vs. Royals Betting Picks - Today's Free MLB Best Bets, Odds, Predictions (6/19)

Welcome RotoBallers to our betting picks for the Kansas City Royals vs. Detroit Tigers, another article in our daily series of free MLB betting picks for every game on the schedule. This free MLB betting breakdown article is for Monday, June 19th 2023. Attention fellow sports bettors! We have some exciting news to share as we are […]

Marlins vs. Blue Jays Betting Picks - Today's Free MLB Best Bets, Odds, Predictions (6/19)

Welcome RotoBallers to our betting picks for the Toronto Blue Jays vs. Miami Marlins, another article in our daily series of free MLB betting picks for every game on the schedule. This free MLB betting breakdown article is for Monday, June 19th 2023. Attention fellow sports bettors! We have some exciting news to share as we are […]

Twins vs. Red Sox Betting Picks - Today's Free MLB Best Bets, Odds, Predictions (6/19)

Welcome RotoBallers to our betting picks for the Boston Red Sox vs. Minnesota Twins, another article in our daily series of free MLB betting picks for every game on the schedule. This free MLB betting breakdown article is for Monday, June 19th 2023. Attention fellow sports bettors! We have some exciting news to share as we are […]

Pirates vs. Cubs Betting Picks - Today's Free MLB Best Bets, Odds, Predictions (6/19)

Welcome RotoBallers to our betting picks for the Chicago Cubs vs. Pittsburgh Pirates, another article in our daily series of free MLB betting picks for every game on the schedule. This free MLB betting breakdown article is for Monday, June 19th 2023. Attention fellow sports bettors! We have some exciting news to share as we are now […]

Henry Davis - Fantasy Baseball Prospects Outlook and Analysis

PROSPECT: Henry Davis, C, Pittsburgh Pirates ANALYSIS: The Pittsburgh Pirates have promoted catching prospect Henry Davis to the MLB. He started the season with Double-A Altoona and slashed .284/.433/.547 with 10 home runs, 27 RBI, 25 runs, and seven stolen bases through 41 games. The 2021 first-overall pick was recently promoted to Triple-A Indianapolis and […]

Ronel Blanco Strikes Out Five On Sunday

Houston Astros right-hander Ronel Blanco allowed five runs on seven hits over 5 2/3 innings in a 9-7 loss to the Cincinnati Reds in 10 innings on Sunday. Blanco struck out five and walked two but struggled with the long ball, serving up two in the no-decision. The 29-year-old right-hander wasn't particularly sharp in the […]

Kyle Tucker Doubles, Scores Three Times Sunday

Houston Astros outfielder Kyle Tucker went 2-for-4 with a double, two walks, three runs, an RBI, and a steal in a 9-7 loss to the Cincinnati Reds in 10 innings on Sunday. Tucker's big game wasn't enough as the Astros couldn't hold on for the win after a three-run 10th inning from the Reds. Tucker […]

PrizePicks MLB DFS Prop Picks - Today's Over/Under Props for Monday, June 19, 2023

Welcome to our PrizePicks MLB DFS prop picks for Monday, June 19, 2023. The 2023 MLB season is underway here at RotoBaller, and we have you covered with some terrific plays from our friends over at PrizePicks. PrizePicks is a great DFS fantasy picks site where you can choose to select plays in terms of […]

Daily MLB Injury Roundup for June 19th, 2023

RotoBaller has assembled a list of daily MLB injury updates to help you prepare both your seasonal and daily fantasy baseball (DFS) lineups, every day of the MLB season. Below is our updated list of injured MLB players for June 19th, 2023. Only players on teams that are scheduled to play today will appear below […]

Deeper Hitter Pickups for Fantasy Baseball: Waiver Wire Report for Week 13

We’re coming up on Week 13 of the fantasy baseball season. The season seems to enter a slight lull in June, but you can't afford to rest now. Fantasy baseball necessitates hyper-vigilance, especially in deeper leagues where the waiver wires are quickly stripped of talent. This weekly article will outline the upcoming schedule, two-start pitchers, […]

Harrison Bader Likely Returning Tuesday

New York Yankees outfielder Harrison Bader (hamstring) is expected to return from the injured list on Tuesday. Bader has been out since late May with a right hamstring strain and was originally expected to return last Friday, but was given a few extra rehab games over the weekend. The Yankees have sent down Oswaldo Cabrera […]

Andrew Nardi Notches Rare Save Sunday

Miami Marlins left-handed pitcher Andrew Nardi picked up his second save of the season in a 4-2 win over the Washington Nationals. Nardi allowed just a hit while firing a pair of strikeouts in his inning of work. Although Nardi has been good this season, the only reason he was in for the save today […]

Jordan Hicks Notches Another Save Sunday

St. Louis Cardinals relief pitcher Jordan Hicks tossed a scoreless ninth to secure his second consecutive save over the New York Mets, this time closing out an 8-7 win. This is starting to become a story, as presumed closer Giovanny Gallegos should have been available for this one, but was held out in favor of […]

Alex Young Picks Up First Save

Cincinnati Reds relief pitcher Alex Young picked up an extra-innings save on Sunday, securing a 9-7 victory over the Houston Astros. Young came into the game in the tenth after Ian Gibaut blew the save in the ninth with usual closer Alexis Diaz unavailable. The former allowed the ghost runner to score, but nothing more. […]